Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes
Also known as: Ymwch
Provision of convalescent facilities to persons who are or have been employed in the coal industry, or allied activities, within Yorkshire and their wives, husbands, and dependant relatives and also widows, widowers and necessitous relatives of deceased persons (qualifying as above). The charity currently operates a convalescent home - Lynwood - in Scarborough.
Activities & Mission
Provision of convalescent facilities to persons who are or have been employed in the coal industry, or allied activities, within Yorkshire and their wives, husbands, and dependant relatives and also widows, widowers and necessitous relatives of deceased persons (qualifying as above). The charity currently operates a convalescent home - Lynwood - in Scarborough.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £268,001 | £496,868 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £227,339 | £499,494 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £211,305 | £408,964 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £123,639 | £287,296 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £123,950 | £288,556 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes
What does Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes do?
Provision of convalescent facilities to persons who are or have been employed in the coal industry, or allied activities, within Yorkshire and their wives, husbands, and dependant relatives and also widows, widowers and necessitous relatives of deceased persons (qualifying as above). The charity currently operates a convalescent home - Lynwood - in Scarborough.
How much income did Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes report in 2024?
Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes reported total income of £268k and reported expenditure of £497k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes registered as a charity?
Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 1963 as charity number 230638. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes?
Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID PICKERING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes operate?
Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes operates across 5 areas, including Barnsley, Doncaster, Leeds City and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes a registered charity?
Yes — Yorkshire Miners' Welfare Convalescent Homes is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 230638.
Details
Halfpenny Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4AY
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- 14 May 2026
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